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Laurenf replied to the topic Hock sore problems in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago
Okay I’ll definitely look into some ointment for her. That’s for the clarification. And thank you for the Etsy suggestion!! I didn’t even think to look there but I found one that looks promising. Much easier than buying a sock and trying to tape it myself. 😛
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LBJ10 replied to the topic Hock sore problems in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago
Ointment can also help prevent the callus from cracking, so I don’t think it hurts to apply it. Keep the area moisturized might help some. But yes, your vet is correct that you need to reduce the pressure. This is where most of the problem lies. Definitely give the memory foam bath mats a try.
You can find boots for sore hocks online (Etsy,…[Read more]
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Cinnimon&Ollie started the topic Enough cage space in the forum HABITATS AND TOYS 4 years, 9 months ago
I currently have two bunnies. They live in a 5 by 2 C&C cage and a 3 by 2 second level, the first level is 19.84 square feet and second level is 7.93 square feet. I found myself on petfinder and found one of my bunnies siblings. He has been there for 6 months longer than Ollie ( his brother ). Would there be enough room for 3 bunnies if I were…[Read more]
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Laurenf replied to the topic Hock sore problems in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago
To be honest the gym mats are still pretty hard but definitely softer than hard wood flooring. But not much give. I just got out of the store with some memory foam bath mats and more fleece blankets so I’m going to line the cage trays with the mats, with the double layered fleece blanket over it.
I should have be putting some more thought into h…[Read more]
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LBJ10 replied to the topic Hay gone bad? in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago
I have gotten bags of hay that I think tastes “stale”. But I agree, unless it’s moldy then it isn’t bad necessarily.
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LBJ10 replied to the topic Rabbit moulting in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago
Bunnies are different and they have different fur types. Some bunnies will shed all of their fur at once 2 or 3 times a year. Others just shed fur here and there all the time (365 day a year). Both patterns are completely normal and most bunnies don’t really follow seasons since they live inside.
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LBJ10 replied to the topic Hock sore problems in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago
It looks like a callus that is starting to get irritated. It isn’t an open sore yet, but definitely something to get on top of now before it gets worse. Unfortunately, the fur usually doesn’t grow back once a callus is established. Putting moisturizing ointment on it can help, but you will need to find a way to stop the pressure and rubbing when…[Read more]
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Laurenf started the topic Hock sore problems in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago

I adopted a female Holland lop from a local rescue centre in April. She was found on a rainy night in the streets, and weeks after they took her in they noticed a hock sore started to develop on her left foot. I foster-to-adopt’d her and I’ve been applying Flamazine 1% once a day, every day. They advised that this would most likely be a lon…[Read more]
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Vicky started the topic Rabbit moulting in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago

Hello, does your rabbit moult before winter? In this time of the year? 🤔 My bunny sheds A LOT right now.
She sheds like most time of the year. Sometimes a lot less and sometimes it’s this much. I thought she wouldnt be shedding before winter tho. Is it normal?
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Laurenf replied to the topic Hay gone bad? in the forum DIET & CARE 4 years, 9 months ago
I’ve been having a problem with the Oxbow Timothy hay for months here in BC, Canada. I have talked to the people at Petsmart and gotten refunded but I think I know what you’re talking about.
it doesn’t really smell different but it’s definitely way softer with more brown pieces in it. Darker green pieces too. My one bunny refused to eat it afte…[Read more]
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RetroSquid replied to the topic An update on our bun, Daisy. in the forum THE LOUNGE 4 years, 9 months ago
So, Daisy has been home with us for a few hours now. And oh my, she’s in a grim state.
I’m finding her very difficult to look at properly. The wound is huge, and inside you can clearly see the exposed bone of her mandible. She’s in a very, very sorry state.
But there’s a class difference in how she’s feeling after having some time in her quiet…[Read more]
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DanaNM replied to the topic Bunny Peeing On Bed in the forum BEHAVIOR 4 years, 9 months ago
OMG that picture is so cute!
I think what you’re seeing is likely some territorial marking because you moved. Bed-peeing can be a problem for lots of bunnies as well. The combo of the soft texture and strong smell of humans can trigger them to mark (which would also explain why she does it when you are in bed). Consider it a sign that she wants…[Read more]
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Maria2022 replied to the topic Help needed: bunny recovering from GI stasis in the forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A 4 years, 9 months ago
Thank you all for replying. My vet gave him metronidazole and I also asked for a probiotic. Hopefully, this time it works. I will keep you posted. I feel like this is going to be a long recovery for him.
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Bam replied to the topic FOR MEMBER USE: Health Question Template in the forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A 4 years, 9 months ago
I’m glad they examined her teeth. Something isn’t right though, if she’s eating and pooping less. Sometimes rabbits poop very little or not at all during daytime when they mostly rest. Are you still giving her the anti inflammatory?
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JChoi started the topic Bunny Peeing On Bed in the forum BEHAVIOR 4 years, 9 months ago
Hey Bunny Lovers,
In search of some help.
I have 2x 2 Year old Bunnies that are fully bonded 1 Loves to Cuddle (Chestnut) and the Other (Lulu) not so much. My Girlfriend and I just recently moved into our new house and we quickly set up our bunnies litter box and all. They know where their litter box is and use it daily but for some reason e…[Read more]
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JChoi became a registered member 4 years, 9 months ago
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Kay&Nala<3 replied to the topic FOR MEMBER USE: Health Question Template in the forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A 4 years, 9 months ago
It was an anti inflammatory medication
the vet also did an exam on teeth and X-ray the teeth as well and everything is normal
She has unlimited amount of orchard grass
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Bam replied to the topic Rabbit drooling when eating lettuce in the forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A 4 years, 9 months ago
If you only see “drooling” when she’s eating wet lettuce, I think its just water from outside of the lettuce. Rabbits can be messy eaters. When a bun eats sth juicy, like a piece of peach, there will be a little puddle of fruit juice that the bun may or may not lick up.
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Binkybella started the topic Rabbit drooling when eating lettuce in the forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A 4 years, 9 months ago
Hello,
Is it concerning that my rabbit is drooling when eating lettuce? We wash the lettuce before we give it to our bunny, so maybe its from the water on the outside of the lettuce. Our rabbit is happy, healthy and active.
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